UAE Price
AED 1,100
India Price
₹33,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo S18 Pro 512GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 1,100 in the UAE and ₹33,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo S18 Pro 512GB excels with its 50MP main sensor with OIS and 2800-nit peak brightness, delivering exceptional detail and outdoor visibility. The 80W wired charging refills the 5000mAh battery in under 35 minutes, and the 120Hz AMOLED display with 1B colors ensures buttery, vibrant visuals. It’s built for content creators who shoot 4K video daily and need rapid power recovery between shoots. However, the Dimensity 9200+ runs hot under sustained 120Hz gaming, throttling after 15 minutes of intense use—no cooling fan, no reprieve. In UAE at AED 1100, it’s competitive because it outperforms similarly priced flagships in charging speed and screen quality. In India at ₹33999, it’s overpriced: the Redmi K70 Pro offers better thermals and 120W charging for ₹32999, while the S18 Pro’s ultrawide sensor is only 50MP on a smaller 1/2.76” sensor, not matching flagship-level low-light clarity. Choose it only if you prioritize display and charging over sustained gaming.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.49", PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.0, (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, (ultrawide), 1/2.76" |
| Features | Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), AF |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 75.1 x 7.5 mm (6.47 x 2.96 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~453 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 512 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Silver |
| Models | V2344A |
| Price | About 410 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, December 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 13 |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-X3 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715 MC11 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the S18 Pro.
It remains a solid value for users seeking a premium camera experience and ample storage without paying flagship prices. If you prioritize photography and don't need the latest chipset, it's still a practical choice in 2026.
The vivo S18 Pro 512GB is priced at AED 1100 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo S18 Pro 512GB is priced at ₹33999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers excellent photo quality with vibrant colors and strong low-light performance, thanks to its advanced sensor and AI processing. Portrait shots are sharp with natural background blur.
The battery life lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including social media, streaming, and photography. Fast charging quickly restores power when needed.
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